In parts of West Africa, communities have designated biodiversity hotspots sacred and measure their value by the peace of mind they provide, rather than in dollars and cents.

The Guinean government has announced a temporary suspension of all logging, transport, and importation of wood from 7 July to ...

From 2025 – 2029 CEPF plans a new grant-making program for the Guinea Forests of West Africa hotspot, with a total fund of between US$4 million and US$9 million, running from at least January 2025 to ...

While Guinea is generally safe for tourists, it's wise to stay informed about local conditions and steer clear of potentially ...

Many people have never heard of a red colobus, yet they are Africa's most imperiled group of monkeys. There are 17 species of red colobus found in tropical forests from Senegal in west Africa to ...

In areas throughout West African countries such as Liberia, Senegal and Guinea-Bissau, communities have designated biodiversity hotspots, including forests and lagoons, as sacred.

When a logging company tried to force its way into a traditional forest in Daniel Karworo's hometown in rural Liberia, the machine got stuck in the mud and did not manage to cut down a single tree.